Rockstar Games has officially announced that Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit the shelves on May 26, 2026, and indie game publisher Devolver Digital is gearing up to join the party with a new game release of its own on the same day. In a playful twist, Devolver Digital announced on X/Twitter that they're planning to launch a mystery title on May 26, 2026, directly challenging what is poised to be the biggest game launch of the year. This cheeky marketing move underscores Devolver Digital's commitment to capitalizing on the spotlight that GTA 6's release will bring.

Devolver Digital's announcement follows their earlier pledge to release a game coinciding with Rockstar's long-awaited GTA 6 launch. With the date now set for May 26, 2026, Devolver Digital cheekily declared, “You can’t escape us.” Their tweet reads:

You can’t escape us.

May 26, 2026 it is then. https://t.co/eVa5bB1vrh

— Devolver Digital (@devolverdigital) May 2, 2025

Known for their eclectic collection of games like Hotline Miami, Enter the Gungeon, The Messenger, Katana Zero, and Cult of the Lamb, Devolver Digital is keeping fans guessing about whether they'll see a sequel or an entirely new title. The publisher has several upcoming games slated for release before the end of 2025, including Baby Steps and Stick It to the Stickman. Additionally, Enter the Gungeon 2 and Human Fall Flat 2 are expected in 2026, though developer No Brakes Games has confirmed that Human Fall Flat 2 won't be part of the May 26 showdown.

We can confirm that Human Fall Flat 2 will NOT be releasing on May 26, 2026 https://t.co/zl3GbjSmia

— Human Fall Flat (@HumanFallFlat) May 2, 2025

With over a year until its launch, GTA 6 is already set to be a colossal event in the gaming world, marking Rockstar’s first major entry in the iconic series since 2013. Fans and gamers alike are eagerly preparing for day one, and Devolver Digital is aiming to grab a piece of that action with their characteristic flair. It remains to be seen exactly how they'll pull it off, but one thing's for sure: it'll be interesting to watch.

For more insights, you can explore Rockstar’s history of delaying its big-budget releases. To understand the broader impact of a game like GTA 6 beyond Rockstar's plans, click here.